10 th Grade

Self-Study Guide #U3. T1,T2, T3, T4

School Name: colegio técnico profesional cañas Group: 10

Teacher: Lic. Luis Salas
Subject: Academic English U-3 Scenario: World differences
Theme:1 these are my people.
Theme: 2 Cultures and subcultures

Student´s name: _____________________________ Deliver date: ____________

1. Me preparo para hacer la guía Getting ready to work on my self-study guide.

Pautas que debo verificar antes de iniciar mi trabajo. /Aspects to verify before I start working:
Materiales o recursos que voy a necesitar/Materials needed
Suggested materials:
• Self-Study Guide U3-T1, T2, for May
• Pencil or pen and an eraser.
• English dictionary, or online dictionary.
Conditions of the place to work
• Good lighting (Buena iluminación)
• Work in a place where I can develop my school activities (Trabajo en un lugar donde puedo realizar mis tareas
escolares).
Expected time to work this self-study guide
• This guide will take me 480 minutes to be completed (Esta guía de trabajo me tomará 480 minutos para
completarla, esta dividida en 4 semanas. Cada semana es de 120 minutos, 3 lecciones.)

2. Voy a recordar lo aprendido y/o aprender. Recalling what I learned and /or learn y/o aprender
Al final de esta guía de trabajo autónomo yo puedo extraer información específica en textos impresos /At the end of this self-
study guide, I can extracts specific information in straightforward printed texts.

INDICACIONES GENERALES PARA ACTIVIDADES DE 2.1 a 2.3

Voy a leer cuidadosamente las instrucciones para realizar cada actividad asignada en esta self study guide (guía de trabajo
autónomo).
 Theme:1 these are my people.
CONNECTION
Task 1. Ask your brother, sister, mother, grandmother or any relative at home…

What cultures would you like to visit around the world?

____________________________________________________________

What cultures do you know in your country?

________________________________________________________________

CLARIFICATION
Task 2. Look at the pictures. Match the sentences with the corresponding pictures by writing down the
number of the picture in the given space.
_______Chandler is a native New Yorker. He was born there and has lived there all his life.

________Immigrants that go to the USA face many struggles like not knowing any English.

________Manuel carved a beautiful wooden duck.

________Many artisans sell their handmade crafts online.

________The tapestry had such a beautiful design.

________Roger Federer defeated Rafael Nadal in four sets. ________She was happy that she had survived
the surgery.

________Masks protect the identity of super heroes.

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COLLABORATION
Task 3. Watching and Listening, the link to the video:
https://youtu.be/jvOtmysFwMQ
Students discuss about, what they about the Boruca Festival then answer the questions according to
the video.
Boruca Festival of the Little Devils the masks.
Listen and choose the correct answer to complete each statement.
1. Borucas reserve is located in the _______________
( ) North Pacific part of Costa Rica
( ) Eastern part of our country
( ) South Pacific part of our country

2. Borucas do not consider themselves defeated by conquistadors because __

( ) they can still make masks
( ) their culture is still alive today
( ) they survived the struggles against conquistadors
3. Some ancient Boruca traditions that have survived are __
( ) crafts, legends and dance
( ) carves, masks and paints
( ) dance, masks and language
4. Masks are unique because __
( ) colors, size and designs
( ) materials, size and paints
( ) colors, designs and paints

APPLICATION
Task 4. Read the texts and complete the chart.
A Brief Introduction to the Indigenous Tribes of Costa Rica
(JENN PARKER/ MAY 3, 2017)

Before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadores, Costa Rica – like other countries in Central and South
America – was entirely populated by indigenous tribes. Prior to 1502, between 400,000 and 500,000 native
people lived in Costa Rica in distinct cultural groups, spread out throughout, the country. It is thought that at
one point there were as many as 25 tribes.
The first tribes to settle in Costa Rica were hunters and gatherers. As time passed, and experience and
knowledge of the land, plants, and animals developed, tribes became more organized, civilized, and
sophisticated. Groups became more permanently based and stable communities were formed. It wasn’t until
the Spanish conquistadors arrived that many of the tribes retreated to the deep jungles of Costa Rica for
safety.
Tribes of Macro-Chibcha ethnic origin
There are five tribes that have been traced back to Macro-Chibcha origin, which is mainly from the northern
region of South America, including the Amazon. The Guaymíes, Cabécares, Bribris, Térrabas, and Borucas
tribes all emigrated to Costa Rica from the south. Today these tribes are still present in Costa Rica, but in
much smaller numbers. Unfortunately, many of the indigenous people were run out of their territories,
enslaved, or died from foreign diseases.
Borucas tribe
The indigenous Borucas people of Costa Rica are still deeply rooted to their ancestral traditions. They are
well known for their annual Fiesta de los Diablitos, which is a festival to celebrate their resistance and
cultural survival against the conquistadores. During the festival, a performance of the devils (the Indians)
versus the bull (the Spanish conquistadores) is staged. The Borucas make beautiful and detailed wooden
masks for the festival.
Cabécares tribe
There are around 10,000 members of the Cabécares tribe still present in Costa Rica. The tribe continues to
speak their native language and
practice their traditional medicine and way of life. The cacique (the chief) of the tribe is permitted to marry
several wives, as this tribe is a patrimonial culture. This tight-knit tribe are proud farmers of cocoa, coffee,
and bananas, as well as fishermen and bird hunters.
Tribes of the Mesoamerican ethnic origin
There are three tribes in Costa Rica that are of Mesoamerican descent. The Huetares, Chorotegas, and
Guatusos or Malekus tribes all traveled to Costa Rica from the north. These tribes were traced back to
indigenous groups from Mexico and Guatemala, such as the Mayans and Aztecs.
Chorotegas tribe
The Chorotegas are the largest and most developed tribal group in Costa Rica. They are excellent farmers
and produce crops such as cotton, cacao, corn, and beans. They are also well known for their ceramics.
Typically, the women are the artisans, and they create beautiful pieces that depict native animals of Costa
Rica, like the jaguar and crocodile.
Guatusos tribe
This tribe, sometimes also called the Malekus tribe, are one of the smallest indigenous tribes in Costa Rica.
Unfortunately, the majority of their land no longer belongs to them. There is also a very high rate of
unemployment and inter-cultural mingling. They still make traditional ceramics and art and grow crops and
keep bees. One thing that the tribe is trying to hold on to is their native language. In Guatusos schools, both
Spanish and Maleku are taught to students.
(Taken and modified from https://theculturetrip.com/central-america/costa-rica/articles/a-brief-introduction-to-the-indigenous-tribes-of-costa-
rica/)

Task 5. Read the article or appendix 1. Then write an x on the parenthesis that has the correct answer.
1. What is the article about? It is about the
( ) origins of the indigenous peoples in Costa Rica
( ) characteristics of the indigenous groups in Costa Rica
( ) arts and crafts of indigenous tribes in Costa Rica

2. How did indigenous settlements change after the Spanish arrival?

( ) They lived spread out throughout the country trying to keep their culture intact.
( ) They became hunters and gatherers as they became more organized.
( ) They had to retreat to the jungle due to concerns about their safety.

3. How are Borucas and Guatusos tribes different in relation to the preservation of their culture?
( ) Borucas try to keep their own culture while Guatusos have mixed with other cultures.
( ) Borucas respect their traditions while Guatusos have forgotten about them.
( ) Borucas have traditions to preserve their culture while Guatusos do not have any tradition.
 4. What do Cabécares, Chorotegas and Guatusos tribes have in common?
( ) The three of them produce beautiful ceramics.
( ) They all cultivate the land.
( ) The three of them have preserved their native language.

5. Borucas reserve is located in the

( ) North Pacific part of Costa Rica
( ) Eastern part of our country
( ) South Pacific part of our country.

6. How are Cabécares and Guatusos tribes different in terms of the use of their native language?
( ) Both tribes teach Spanish and their native languages at school.
( ) Guatusos speak their native language.
( ) Cabécares have a more consolidated use of their native language.

7. Borucas do not consider themselves defeated by conquistadors because

( ) they can still make masks
( ) their culture is still alive today
( ) they survived the struggles against conquistadors

8. Some ancient Boruca traditions that have survived are

( ) crafts, legends and dance
( ) carves, masks and paints
( ) dance, masks and language

9. Masks are unique because ….

( ) colors, size and designs
( ) materials, size and paints
( ) colors, designs and paints

Task 6. Complete the chart.

Tribes in Costa Rica Main characteristics

Borucas tribe

Cabécares tribe
 Chorotegas tribe

Guatusos tribe

Theme:2: cultures, subcultures, and cliques.

CONNECTION
Task 1: Watch the video answer the following questions according to the video.
Video for the task can be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dn5Rs9PbdA0 up to 2:30

1- Write down a check mark on the ideas that are mentioned in the video:

Cliques are exclusive groups.

Cliques respect differences.
Cliques are formed by popular kids.
2. Why do some students consider cliques as mean? Because
A)students in cliques make fun of others or ridicule them.
B)they are exclusive.
C)only students who are similar hang out.

3. How long have cliques been around our society?

A)They are a new social phenomenon in our society.
B)Nobody knows how long they have been around.
C)Students have been dealing with them for years.

4. How is “Don’t be one of the herd” explained in the video?

A)Get to know people as individuals.
B)Find people you are more compatible with.
C)If people don’t like who you are, ignore them.

5. Which of the following recommendations was NOT mentioned in the video?

A)Value your individuality.
B)Choose your friends based on who they are.
 C)Organize your own clique at school.

clarification
Task 2. First the teacher read and explain the words, then Complete the sentences using the words in
the list:

fit in, left out, excluded, ridicule, mean, make fun of, deal with, herd, hang out

1. Before the evaluation week, students hardly have time to_________with their friends.
2. Students are afraid of making mistakes because they think that others might ____________________
them.
3. Some students think that they have the right to_____________ others.
4. You do not have to be part of the____________ It is important to value your individuality.
5. Rosibel thinks that she does not_____________ at her new school.
6. Students with special needs should not be ________________from the school system.
7. Alina was _____________to her classmates. She never played with them.
8. Rudy was__________________of the theater group.
9. Some students learn how to____________________bullying in a very positive way.

COLLABORATION and APPLICATION

task 3. See appendix 1. Read the following statements and number them in the order in which they are
mentioned in the reading.
High and pop cultures have patterns of experiences directed to different audiences.
Gamers and Fandoms are examples of subcultures.
Subcultures are small cultural groups within a larger culture.
There are a multitude of cultural differences between societies in the world.
APPENDIX 1
Pop Culture, Subculture, and Cultural Change
It may seem obvious that there are a multitude of cultural differences between societies in the
world. After all, we can easily see that people vary from one society to the next. It’s natural that a young
woman from rural Kenya would have a very different view of the world from an elderly man in Mumbai
—one of the most populated cities in the world. Additionally, each culture has its own internal variations.
Sometimes the differences between cultures are not nearly as large as the differences inside cultures.

High Culture and Popular Culture

Sociologists use the term high culture to describe the pattern of cultural experiences and attitudes
that exist in the highest class segments of a society. People often associate high culture with
intellectualism, political power, and prestige. In America, high culture also tends to be associated with
wealth. Events considered high culture can be expensive and formal—attending a ballet, seeing a play,
or listening to a live symphony performance.

The term popular culture refers to the pattern of cultural experiences and attitudes that exist in
mainstream society. Popular culture events might include a parade, a baseball game, or the season finale
of a television show. Rock and pop music—“pop” is short for “popular”—are part of popular culture.
Popular culture is often expressed and spread via commercial media such as radio, television, movies, the
music industry, publishers, and corporate-run websites. Unlike high culture, popular culture is known and
 accessible to most people. You can share a discussion of favorite football teams with a new coworker or
comment on American Idol when making small talk in line at the grocery store.

Subculture and Counterculture

A subculture is just what it sounds like—a smaller cultural group within a larger culture; people of
a subculture are part of the larger culture but also share a specific identity within a smaller group.
Thousands of subcultures exist within the United States. Ethnic and racial groups share the
language, food, and customs of their heritage. Other subcultures are united by shared experiences.
Biker culture revolves around a dedication to motorcycles. Some subcultures are formed by
members who possess traits or preferences that differ from the majority of a society’s population.
The body modification community embraces aesthetic additions to the human body, such as
tattoos, piercings, and certain forms of plastic surgery. In the United States, adolescents often form
subcultures to develop a shared youth identity. But even as members of a subculture band
together, they still identify with and participate in the larger society.
https://courses.lumenlearning.com/sociology/chapter/pop-culture-subculture-and-cultural-change/

Examples of Subcultures in the USA

Fandom is characterized by people who are somewhat obsessed or closely identify with certain
characters or fictional worlds, though a “fandom” can be built around any shared interest. Fans
have Conventions (cons), dress up as said characters (called cosplaying), and form little
individual communities around a particular fandom, such as Doctor Who, Harry Potter, or any
Anime ever.
Gamer culture in America represents the more devoted fans and players of what has become one
of the largest entertainment industries in the US. Many people in the US play video games of some
form (when you realize Candy Crush and The Sims count), and in 2014, more people watched the
live League of Legends World Championships than the deciding game of the NBA finals.
Sports – from watching games as a die hard fan to being the soccer mom who drives to all the games –
are an important and defining part of American society. For people who consider sports a large part of
their lives, well, they just operate on different seasons and speak a different language than those who
don’t. Even non-sports fans tune into the Superbowl in the US every year as it’s become such a
pervasive part of the entertainment industry.

Rúbrica de nivel de desempeño para lenguas extranjeras (Inglés)

Importante:
1. Recordar que la rúbrica permite valorar el logro de la persona estudiante en relación con los
descriptores de las competencias lingüísticas al finalizar cada una de las unidades.

Assessment strategy Indicators of learning Performance level

 1. Not 2. In 3. Achieved
achieved progress Learner can
Learner Learner can achieve the
cannot achieve the task without
achieve the task with any difficulty
task some
difficulty and
needs
improvement
Identify the most important Design a presentation about a
cultures and subcultures in culture or subculture in Costa Rica
Costa Rica

Identifica las culturas mas

importantes en Costa Rica
R.1. identifies the
important information in
simple, clearly drafted print
materials
Diseña un folleto que acerca de una
cultura o subcultura en Costa Rica
R.1. understand the important
information in simple, clearly
drafted print materials

R.1. identifica la R.1. comprender la información

información importante en importante en materiales impresos
materiales impresos sencillos y claramente redactados
sencillos y claramente
redactados,